Varanasi → Lucknow
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The Varanasi to Lucknow train route covers approximately 360 km by rail and takes around 6.5 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Uttar Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh.
This is a short-distance route with both day and overnight options available. Multiple train types operate on this route — from premium Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to affordable Sleeper and General class services.
Train tickets can be booked on IRCTC up to 120 days in advance. During peak seasons (October-March, festivals, summer holidays), tickets sell out quickly — book early for confirmed berths.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 360 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.
| Class | Description | Approx. Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1AAC First Class | Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding | ₹891 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹495 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹356 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹139 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹79 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹396 |
* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Runs | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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DIBRUGARH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp
#12235 · Raj
|
01:40 BSB |
06:00 LKO |
4h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp
#12435 · Raj
|
01:40 BSB |
06:00 LKO |
4h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Varanasi-Delhi Anand Vihar Terminus Garib Rath
#22407 · GR
|
19:30 BSB |
01:20 LKO |
5h 50m | Daily | 3A |
|
DANAPUR - DELHI ANAND VIHAR Jan Sadharan Express
#13257 ·
|
MGS |
LKO |
Daily | ||
|
MUGHAL SARAI - LUCKNOW Ekatmata Exp
#14259 · Exp
|
MGS |
LKO |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Kumbh Express
#12369 · SF
|
00:50 MGS |
07:15 LKO |
6h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Upasana Express
#12327 · SF
|
00:50 MGS |
07:15 LKO |
6h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kolkata Chitpur-JammuTawi Express
#13151 · Exp
|
01:55 MGS |
10:25 LKO |
8h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Varanasi Lucknow Passenger
#54333 · Pass
|
04:10 BSB |
16:10 LKO |
12h 00m | Daily | |
|
Ganga Sutlej Express
#13307 · Exp
|
04:35 MGS |
14:40 LKO |
10h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Varuna Express
#24227 · Exp
|
04:55 BSB |
09:50 LKO |
4h 55m | Daily | CC |
|
Varuna Express
#14227 · Exp
|
04:55 BSB |
09:50 LKO |
4h 55m | Daily | CC |
|
VARANASI - LUCKNOW PASSENGER
#54255 · Pass
|
05:20 BSB |
14:55 LKO |
9h 35m | Daily | |
|
PURI - NEW DELHI Neelanchal SF Exp
#12875 · SF
|
06:50 MGS |
13:15 LKO |
6h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Jallianwalabagh Express
#18103 · Exp
|
07:25 MGS |
15:05 LKO |
7h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kolkata Shalimar-Haridwar Puja Special
#08043 · Exp
|
07:25 MGS |
13:50 LKO |
6h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Amritsar Express
#13049 · Exp
|
07:40 MGS |
15:35 LKO |
7h 55m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Varanasi Dehradun Janata Express
#14265 · Exp
|
08:30 BSB |
16:35 LKO |
8h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Amritsar Mail
#13005 · Mail
|
08:30 MGS |
15:20 LKO |
6h 50m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Varanasi-Ramnagar Express Slip
#14265-Slip · Exp
|
08:30 BSB |
16:35 LKO |
8h 05m | Daily | SL |
|
GUWAHATI - OKHA DWARKA EXP
#15636 · Exp
|
09:15 MGS |
17:10 LKO |
7h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KAMAKHYA - GANDHIDHAM Exp
#15668 · Exp
|
09:25 MGS |
17:10 LKO |
7h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Doon Express
#13009 · Exp
|
09:40 MGS |
18:15 LKO |
8h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Doon Express Slip
#13009-Slip · Exp
|
09:40 MGS |
18:15 LKO |
8h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13413 · Exp
|
10:25 MGS |
19:00 LKO |
8h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13483 · Exp
|
10:25 MGS |
19:00 LKO |
8h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Archana Express
#12355 · SF
|
10:50 MGS |
17:30 LKO |
6h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Muzaffarpur-Old Delhi Sadbhavna Express
#14007 · Exp
|
11:45 BSB |
18:40 LKO |
6h 55m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavna Express
#14017 · Exp
|
11:45 BSB |
18:40 LKO |
6h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sadbhavna Express
#14015 · Exp
|
11:45 BSB |
18:40 LKO |
6h 55m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Varanasi-Jammu Tawi SF Express
#12237 · SF
|
12:50 BSB |
18:05 LKO |
5h 15m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Kashi Vishwanath Express
#14257 · Exp
|
13:45 BSB |
20:40 LKO |
6h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Sabarmati Express
#19168 · Exp
|
13:55 BSB |
23:15 LKO |
9h 20m | Daily | 2A,SL |
|
Himgiri Express
#12331 · SF
|
14:05 MGS |
19:30 LKO |
5h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Shramjeevi Express
#12391 · SF
|
14:30 MGS |
20:25 LKO |
5h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Patna-Indore Express
#19322 · Exp
|
15:15 MGS |
22:25 LKO |
7h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Patna Indore Express
#19314 · Exp
|
15:15 MGS |
22:25 LKO |
7h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Harihar Express
#14523 · Exp
|
15:30 BSB |
21:05 LKO |
5h 35m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Patna Mathura Express
#13237 · Exp
|
15:50 MGS |
23:30 LKO |
7h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Patna Mathura Express
#13239 · Exp
|
15:50 MGS |
23:30 LKO |
7h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Varanasi Lucknow InterCity Express
#14203 · Exp
|
16:20 BSB |
22:10 LKO |
5h 50m | Daily | CC |
|
Marudhar Express
#14853 · Exp
|
17:20 BSB |
00:05 LKO |
6h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Marudhar Express
#14865 · Exp
|
17:45 BSB |
00:05 LKO |
6h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Marudhar Express
#14863 · Exp
|
18:15 BSB |
00:05 LKO |
5h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA SEALDAH - AMRITSAR Akal Takht Exp
#12317 · SF
|
19:50 MGS |
02:10 LKO |
6h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - NANGAL DAM Gurumukhi Exp
#12325 · SF
|
19:50 MGS |
02:10 LKO |
6h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Varanasi-Old Delhi Special
#04203 · Exp
|
20:00 BSB |
00:58 LKO |
4h 58m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - AMRITSAR Durgiana SF Exp
#12357 · SF
|
21:20 MGS |
02:30 LKO |
5h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Dibrugarh-Amritsar Weekly Express
#15933 · Exp
|
23:00 BSB |
06:00 LKO |
7h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
New Farakka-New Delhi Express
#14003 · Exp
|
23:15 MGS |
05:35 LKO |
6h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Varanasi Bareilly Express
#14235 · Exp
|
23:45 BSB |
07:00 LKO |
7h 15m | Daily | 3A,SL,FC |
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